Ayushman Bharat–Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) completed eight years on September 23, 2026, marking a major milestone in India’s efforts to make healthcare more accessible and affordable. Launched in 2018, the scheme provides cashless hospitalisation coverage of up to ₹5 lakh per eligible family per year for secondary and tertiary care. According to government figures, the scheme has issued over 48.5 crore Ayushman cards and supported around 13.25 crore hospital admissions worth ₹2.03 lakh crore. With more than 38,000 empanelled hospitals across the country, PM-JAY helps eligible families access treatment while reducing the financial burden of medical emergencies.